Sales Director - Savannah, GA

Hilton Garden Inn Beaufort, located in the historic coastal town of Beaufort, South Carolina, is a part of the globally recognized Hilton brand, known for its commitment to quality service, excellent amenities, and guest satisfaction. This hotel offers visitors and business travelers a blend of Southern charm and modern convenience, making it a preferred destination for both leisure and corporate events. The hotel prides itself on cleanliness, hospitality, and providing a safe, welcoming environment for guests. As a mid-scale hotel with a strong focus on customer service and consistency, Hilton Garden Inn Beaufort has established itself as a key player in the local hospitality industry, known for its spotless rooms, quality food and beverage services, and dedicated staff committed to exceeding guest expectations. The role of the Director of Sales at Hilton Garden Inn Beaufort is a full-time position critical to the hotel’s ongoing success and growth. This leadership role involves overseeing the entire sales function to maximize group booking goals, increase average daily rate and occupancy, and grow the hotel's market share. The Director of Sales will be responsible for developing and executing strategic sales plans that support revenue maximization, expense control, and exceptional service delivery. This position requires a results-driven professional who can effectively manage the sales and events departments, maintain client relationships, and network within the industry to enhance brand presence. An essential part of the role is to ensure the hotel meets its profitability objectives while supporting a culture of teamwork and guest satisfaction. The Director of Sales will collaborate closely with the revenue management and pricing teams to build a strong pipeline for key dates and slower periods throughout the year, driving revenue growth and occupancy increases. Additionally, the position demands a high level of operational oversight to ensure seamless event management and a flawless on-property customer experience. The Director must embody Hilton Garden Inn’s commitment to hospitality excellence by delivering friendly, efficient, and professional service at every customer touchpoint. This role also requires the ability to address guest concerns promptly and with a sense of urgency, improving guest satisfaction scores consistently. Professionalism in communication, negotiation, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple responsibilities are essential qualities for this role. This position also involves active participation in the local community and industry organizations, representing the hotel at trade shows, site visits, sales calls, and other networking events. The Director of Sales should possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. The role supports a clean, well-organized, and safe hotel environment, consistent with the MCR Universal Role Standards, which emphasize cleanliness, friendliness, and product quality. This commitment to excellence ensures positive guest experiences and fosters a productive, collaborative workplace environment. Hilton Garden Inn Beaufort offers a career opportunity for sales professionals passionate about hospitality and eager to contribute to a respected brand’s success through strategic sales leadership and dedicated guest service.

• Ability to stand or remain in stationary position for long periods
• proficiency in typing, computer, and office machinery operation
• ability to visually inspect details at close and long range
• frequent walking to give property tours
• read, write and communicate effectively in English
• ability to interpret safety rules, instructions, manuals and business reports in English
• ability to write routine reports and correspondence in English
• ability to speak effectively before groups
• previous supervisory experience
• experience in hospitality or service industry
• positive attitude
• strong communication skills
• ability to multitask and manage deadlines
• attention to detail